A male patient has sustained gunshot wounds to the neck and abdomen. He is unresponsive and has gurgling respirations. Your immediate action would be to:

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The patient has gurgling respirations, indicating potential airway obstruction. Suctioning the airway will help to clear any obstruction and maintain a patent airway. However, all other interventions may still be necessary after suctioning.

A Male Patient Has Sustained Gunshot Wounds to the Neck